Single Allergen Test

Single Allergen Test

Allergy is common. One can be allergic to food, animal or dust mite etc. Most appear during childhood, but some appear later in life. Very often, it is impossible for us to find out what we are allergic to. The best way to find out is to get an allergy test done.

Allergy is an adverse reaction that occurs after one comes in contact with certain substances. It is driven by our own body’s immune system. In other words, your immune system does not like the substance you come in contact with, therefore produces antibodies against the substance, known as immunoglobulin E (IgE). The next time you come in contact with the same substance, your immune system will release a huge amount of chemicals into our bloodstream causing an allergic reaction. Even a tiny amount of substance can trigger an allergic reaction.

Allergens are substances we are allergic to. They are broadly categorized into food, animals, dust, grass, insects, mites and molds. You can get yourself tested for any of these allergens with a simple blood test.